Spare Time II
We are a non-profit child care organization that offers quality affordable before and after school care for children attending Sir Wilfred Laurier Main Elementary School and Annex. Our goal is to provide a safe, fun environment that encourages and challenges children to try new things.
Each day, children at Spare Time II may choose from a selection of programs and activities. In addition to the daily program schedule, we have homework club, arts & craft projects, organized cooperative games and sports, free play and educational workshops. We also have designated areas for a library, video games/computers and more.
On all field trips, children are well supervised and ride in our Variety Club vans and buses driven by qualified, licensed class 4 drivers.
The monthly fee includes all program activities and field trips, as well as nutritious lunches and snacks.
All of our programs are individually planned and organized tailored for the children in our care:
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Juniors Program: Grades K-3 | Our centre provides many age appropriate outlets for play and fun specifically geared for Grades K-3. |
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Leaders Program: Grades 4-7 | Spare Time II takes pride in our Leaders’ Club Programs developed for Grades 4-7. These programs focus on skill learning, knowledge building, personal responsibility and increased independence. |
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Morning Program: Grades K-7 | Early birds who attend Spare Time II can play games and do puzzles, arts & crafts or homework. Breakfast is available from 7:30-8:30 am for a nominal fee. Please note that Morning Care is not available to Annex families. |
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Holidays | During holiday breaks, Pro D days and district closures our centre is open Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with lunch and snacks provided. |
Download a copy of the Spare Time II SAMPLE Program Brochure (PDF) to see what we do each day.
Check out our centre and the things we like to do! CENTRE PHOTOS
All Programs:
Grade 1-7:
Before School Only: $181.00Before & After School Care: $460.00
Kindergarten (includes CCFRI):
Before School Only: $133.00Before & After School Care: $360.00
Included in Monthly Fee:
Instructional Days: Thursday, September 7, 2021 to Wednesday, June 29, 2022.
Full day care for Kindergarten gradual entry in September is not available, (care is 7:30-9am , 3-6 pm) regular monthly fees apply.
Non-Instructional Days: 7, plus Sports Day and 4 early dismissals (2 pm) related to Parent-Teacher conferences.
All programs will be closed on Thursday June 30th for summer preparations.
Here is our full fee policy and schedule for September 2021– August 2022.
Please E-Transfer your fees, or make cheques payable to Spare Time II.
Not included in Monthly Fee:
Winter and Spring Breaks are not included in monthly rates. Payment is IN ADDITION TO regular monthly fees.
Winter Break (Register Daily)
Mon. Dec 20 – Fri. Dec. 24th.
Wed. Dec. 29 – Fri. Dec. 31.
Additional fee is $60.00 per day.
Families receiving the Affordable Child Care Benefit please see Centre Supervisor for additional fee amount.
Please note that Spare Time II, Spare Time Challenge Club and Spare Time Bobolink may not be open if minimum enrollment is not reached for this period; in which case care for all families will be available at Spare Time Clubhouse.
Please visit Winter Break program for more detailed information.
Spring Break (Register Weekly):
Week 1: Monday March 15 – Friday March 19.
Week 2: Monday March 22 – Friday March 26.
Fee: $302.00 per week /Kindergarten $263.00 per week
Families receiving the Affordable Child Care Benefit please see Centre Supervisor for additional fee amount.
Please visit Spring Break program for more detailed information.
Subsidy
A subsidy is available for those who qualify from the Ministry Of Children and Family Development. There will be additional fees for district closure days, winter break and spring break.
Each day, children at Spare Time II may choose from a variety of programs and activities. Download a copy of the Spare Time II program brochure (PDF) to see what we do each day.
Morning Program
Early birds who attend Spare Time II can play games, do puzzles, draw or read. Breakfast is available from 7:30 am to 8:00 am. After 8:40 am there is school supervision outside. If you would like your child to stay inside, please inform the centre staff.
Please note, we are not able to offer morning care for the Annex families.
Snack
Snack is provided, Monday – Friday at 3:05 pm. Fruit or veggies are served daily along with many choices including muffins, cookies, cheese & crackers, soup, buns and much more!
Computer/Video Games
To ensure every child gets a turn, we have a daily schedule posted.
Gym & Outdoor Activities
Everyday we offer children in our program a variety of activities in the gym or outdoors to foster an active, healthy lifestyle. Tennis, basketball, baseball, organized co-operative games and challenges are some of the activities we do for fun, teamwork and skills development. With direct access to our beautiful playground and tennis courts, we also play there regularly during free time.
Homework Club
Spare Time staff is available Monday through Thursday to help children with their homework between 3:30 – 4:00 pm. It is the children’s responsibility to bring and complete their homework. For those who are interested, we also provide age appropriate worksheets. We have a “star chart” and incentive program to keep everyone motivated!
Exciting Winter Break, Spring Break and Summer Holiday programs are offered and a separate schedule will be available. There will be an extra charge for these programs.
Spare Time II
7350 Laurel StreetVancouver B.C.V6P 3T9
Phone: 604.713.4930Fax: 604.324.8440Email. julie@sparetimesociety.orgStay in touch for all of our centre’s latest updates on Twitter @STSociety_II and on Facebook
Registration
The Centre Supervisor will confirm if there is a space for your child, then you will be asked to fill out and submit your forms electronically.